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Men's Bean Boots by L.L.Bean®, 8" Thinsulate

Our comfort ranges are based on tests simulating a 28-year-old man of average build wearing appropriate layers. When a range is shown, the first temperature indicates the product's comfort rating during light to moderate activity, such as walking slowly. The second temperature indicates the comfort rating during moderate activity, such as jogging a short distance or snowshoeing. When selecting outerwear or footwear, please consider your personal response to cold, your activity level and local weather conditions.

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These boots  the "original antidote to wet feet"  were designed by L.L. Bean himself

Still crafted here in Maine from the highest quality materials

Chances are, you'll only ever need one pair  they're as rugged and hardworking today as they were over 100 years ago

Lined with Thinsulate insulation for extra warmth

Whoever says "they don't build things like they used to," doesn't own these boots. Today, our signature boots are still sewn right here in Maine  one pair at a time  by expert craftspeople whose technical skills and passion for their work is evident in every pair of boots they make.

Warm, dry feet haven't gone out of style in a hundred years, so we haven't needed to change L.L.'s innovative design. Just as when he created them in 1912, our boots combine the waterproof protection of rubber-bottom boots with the supple comfort of full-grain leather. A uniquely shaped foot form offers comfort and stability, and a steel shank adds support. Our original rubber chain-tread bottom provides traction and durability while keeping your feet dry. Many boots on the market might look similar to L.L.Bean Boots, but they lack the attention to detail and premium-quality materials that have allowed ours to stand the test of time. Thinsulate Insulation olefin/polyester for extra warmth during cold snaps. Made in Maine, USA.

Fit best with heavyweight socks. If you wear a half size or prefer light- or midweight socks, please order the next size down.

Whoever says "they don't build things like they used to," doesn't own these boots. Today, our signature boots are still sewn right here in Maine  one pair at a time  by expert craftspeople whose technical skills and passion for their work is evident in every pair of boots they make.

Warm, dry feet haven't gone out of style in a hundred years, so we haven't needed to change L.L.'s innovative design. Just as when he created them in 1912, our boots combine the waterproof protection of rubber-bottom boots with the supple comfort of full-grain leather. A uniquely shaped foot form offers comfort and stability, and a steel shank adds support. Our original rubber chain-tread bottom provides traction and durability while keeping your feet dry. Many boots on the market might look similar to L.L.Bean Boots, but they lack the attention to detail and premium-quality materials that have allowed ours to stand the test of time. Thinsulate Insulation olefin/polyester for extra warmth during cold snaps. Made in Maine, USA.

Fit best with heavyweight socks. If you wear a half size or prefer light- or midweight socks, please order the next size down.

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Rated 5 out of 5áby akukiller Comfortable, waterproof, great fit
Only had these boots for two weeks now, 2/25/2015, but they are great.
I only lace the bottom two eyelets and use this boot as a slip on boot. My pant leg bottoms tuck into the top of the boot, no cold air up my pant legs and no snow or slush on bottom of my pant legs.
Boots seem to grip on ice better than my other boots with regular hiking tread, but they still are slippery, so be careful on ice.
Comfortable with no break in. I wear a EE (wide) and these are great. Love the Thinsulate bottoms too.
If I was going to wear these all day out in the snow I'd certainly lace them all the way to the top. But I use them as loose slip on boots between houses so I can live with loose boot for a short time between houses.
Note for LLBEAN:
PLEASE MAKE STORM CHASERS SIDE-ZIP BOOT IN WIDE (EE) ALSO. I'd buy them in a flash too.
Thank you LLBean for these boots.
February 25, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5áby 10spro Mine were too small
I was so sad when I received my boots! I went by the sizing recommendation, but mine ended up being too small. I love the make and design of the boot and it certainly looks like it would last a very long time! I'm really not putting any of the blame on the company, but more on myself. I like my shoes a big snug, but the length was just a bit too tight for me with my thicker wool socks. I also would tell anyone ordering these to be careful with the width. I have a somewhat narrow (boney) foot, but the narrow was simply to narrow. I would tell most to go with a medium. Another piece of advice, before deciding on the size, in your daily shoe, put on the thickest pair of socks you have and then check the size. That will give you a bit more accuracy when deciding on size. I would say the boot runs closer to being true to size. I wear a 9.5 in my tennis shoes, and it said to order a size down if you wear a half size. I would say go a size up if you are a half size. Thanks LL Bean for your professionalism on the phone when handling my return questions. I am looking forward to receiving my new pair later this year.
February 25, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5áby nrodr1 You'll Never Want To Buy Any Other Boots
I purchased the 8-inch version with Thinsulate the Tan/Brown.
They are all around really amazing! Waterproof and sufficiently warm on subzero Chicago winter days (w/the Thinsulate lining and thick wool socks). Stylish, people immediately recognize them even with other brands mimicking the look LL Bean created. They are very comfortable provided you get the right size. Make sure you follow LL Bean's guidelines at the very least (go one size down even with the insulated version) or better yet and if you're able to, visit a store and give them a try.
My only complaint would be a lack of traction on some surfaces. Obviously, uncleared, icey city sidewalks are going to be slippery regardless of shoes being worn but I have noticed they can provide less traction than even very basic walking shoes on the very same sidewalks. I wore my LL Bean Mountain Town Shoes a couple of days when the snow was more compact and boots were not entirely necessary and the traction difference was significant. Train platforms and worn metal stairs can also prove to be quite slippery.
I'm guessing this traction issue I have experienced is tied to the fact that the soles, which still more or less follow the original design as far as I know, were crafted for less urban environments.
The build quality is great though I noticed on one of my boots the rubber bottom and the leather top at some point shifted and don't entirely meet as they should have. This was minor and acceptable to me plus I needed the boots and it so far does not seem to have impacted their use.
They should last me for a few years and when I eventually go on the market for another pair of boots, I will undoubtably be purchasing Bean Boots.
February 23, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5áby Bernier39 Made in USA
With the winter we are having these boots have been a lifesaver.
It would be nice for LL Bean to put out a catalog of all their products that are made in the USA.
February 18, 2015

Rated 4 out of 5áby tr1967wow Love the Boot - Hate the Wait
The boot is great but the 2 months it took to get them. Once we got them they were too long for my daughter - luckily they fit my other daughter. So we ordered another pair and have to wait another 3 months for another pair. The wait is just too long. I know LL Bean is working on ramping up production, but I think they could have seen this coming. The only saving grace is that I know they will last a lot longer than a year and if they don't they will be replaced so I am taking the long term investment approach.
February 18, 2015

Rated 4 out of 5áby Majortcs Great Snow Solution
I have bought the non insulated boots for 40 years. This time I ordered the Thinsulate edition. It's wonderful. Had to wait for 5 weeks because demand is higher than production.
February 18, 2015

Rated 4 out of 5áby monsoon Be careful of sizing with the Thinsulate variety
The sizing that LL Bean suggest for their Bean Boots is not universal. I ordered according to their sizing guides. I wear an 8.5 and so I ordered a 7. With the Thinsulate insulation, the recommended sizes are not accurate. I should have ordered an 8. Unfortunately, the wait time for an exchange pair was sometime in April, and so I returned my pair for a refund.
February 4, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5áby Cfieldmom Bean Boots
We had to wait almost 2 months for these to be delivered, but worth the wait. My son ordered these 1 size smaller than usual due to recommendations from previous customers and that was the right call. He also wanted the ones with Thinsulate and he is loving them. It's been a cold and wet winter so far, and having these to walk to classes is a blessing. A definite item to add to a college student's list-get them earlier than you need them. I've learned my lesson for our younger child.
February 4, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5áby Grays Great product
After debating about getting these boots for quite a long time, I am glad that I decided to bite the bullet and purchase a pair. They are such a great investment. I wish they had a bit more traction on the bottom, but the boots are incredibly warm and keep my feet dry in this terrible NYC weather. I would certainly recommend these. Order a size down and get the thinsulate addition. They will fit like a glove.
February 4, 2015

Rated 5 out of 5áby RickyJoe Best boots ever
I can honestly say these are the best boots I've ever worn. Comfortable, warm and great quality. I can never go back to another boot. This is the one for me.
February 4, 2015

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